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Building Surveyor (Legal Disrepair)

Peabody
Construction
Construction
£55,350/Year
Full-time
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Description

Location
Ealing, with hybrid working including attendance at Ealing Gateway every Wednesday and a second administrative day at a local hub.

Hours
Full Time (hours not specified)

Salary
£55,350 per annum

About the Role
Join Peabody's Repairs Team as an experienced Building Surveyor (Disrepair) managing legal disrepair cases to ensure residents receive a high-quality, timely, and professional service. You will manage cases from inspection through to completion, carrying out property inspections, diagnosing defects, and preparing technical reports and specifications. You will specify repairs, estimate costs, manage contractor performance, monitor works, complete post-inspections, and ensure repairs meet required standards. Providing excellent customer service, you will keep residents informed throughout the process and maintain accurate records to support legal and compliance requirements. You will be supported by a dedicated administrative team, allowing you to focus on surveying, inspections, reporting, and contractor management.

Additional Information
This role requires a Basic DBS check. Attendance at Ealing Gateway every Wednesday is mandatory. First stage interviews will be conducted via MS Teams and second stage interviews will be held in person at the Ealing office.

Why Join Us?
Peabody is guided by core values: Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together.

What We Offer
30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Two paid volunteering days each year
Flexible benefits scheme and employee discount portal
Life assurance at 4x your salary
Up to 10% pension contribution
Ongoing learning and development opportunities

Requirements

Experience
- Strong experience managing disrepair cases within social housing
- Knowledge of building defects, construction methods, and relevant housing legislation
- Experience producing technical reports, specifications, and schedules of work
- Strong contractor management and stakeholder engagement skills
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied caseload

About You
Professional, organised, and committed to delivering great outcomes for residents. Ability to manage multiple cases effectively and provide excellent customer service.

Qualifications
- Degree, HNC or HND in Building Surveying, Building Pathology, or a related discipline
- RICS membership or working towards professional accreditation is desirable
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is desirable

Expiry date: 11/09/2026
Building Surveyor (Legal Disrepair)
Company:
Peabody
Salary:
£55,350/Year
Job Type:
Full-time
Location:
Ealing